Changes to the scaling provisions of the Forest Act encourage utilization of low-grade timber and wood waste for bioenergy purposes. Previously only timber could be scaled, but under the changes, bioenergy products such as wood chips also can be scaled by either volume or weight. The amendment also allows for scaling to take place at harvesting or production sites in addition to scaling stations. Providing flexibility in scaling requirements allows harvested fibre to travel more directly from the harvest site to the market place.

Other amendments to the Forest Act: * Extend the timelines for innovative forestry practices agreements, allowing government and licensees to further explore these agreements' potential for increasing timber supply.